What if your leadership challenges are hidden in the coaching styles you don’t use? In this engaging and insightful episode, we’re joined by David and Alexandria from OwlHub to explore their groundbreaking Respect Coaching Styles framework—a powerful tool that helps leaders and teams unlock human connection, improve communication, and drive performance.

We talk about how the seven coaching styles (Rallyer, Educator, Strategist, Provocateur, Explorer, Confidant, and Transformer) shape our conversations and relationships at work. Learn how understanding these styles can help leaders move from default behaviors to intentional choices that build emotional safety and engagement.

We also dive into:

• Why self-awareness isn’t enough without relationship awareness
• How behavior change leads to long-lasting culture change
• The surprising connection between attachment theory and coaching effectiveness
• What it really means to “coach toward” a teammate, not away from them

Whether you're a manager, team member, or coach, this episode offers practical wisdom, humor, and heartfelt connection.

🔗 Visit owlhub.com to take the free coaching style quiz.

You can connect with David Morelli on LinkedIn

The Leader in You is the go-to podcast for anyone who wants to create a workplace culture where you can thrive.

Envision a future where you are more grounded, confident, and in sync with your team.

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Dr. Lola Gershfeld, a distinguished organizational psychologist, has dedicated her career to delving into the intricate layers of employee engagement, team dynamics, and workplace conflicts. She is the author of Emotional Connection, The Connected Culture, and her latest book, ...

In this powerful episode, Dr. Lola Gershfeld and Polina Marian introduce two transformative techniques—“Slice It Thinner” and “Catch the Bullet”—designed to help leaders and teams foster emotional safety and connection in the workplace.

You’ll learn:

• Why people often shut down or react in conflict—and how to slow things down and make room for vulnerability.
• How “slicing it thinner” helps transform emotionally impossible conversations into small, doable moments of connection.
• What it means to “catch the bullet” when defensiveness or reactivity shows up—and how to respond with empathy instead of escalation.
• How these techniques support bonding conversations that lead to trust, repair, and emotional safety on your team.

With engaging stories—from a corporate executive to a waterfall adventure with kids—this episode will leave you with actionable insights to help your team shift from reacting to responding, from conflict to connection.

✨ Whether you’re a leader, HR professional, coach, or team member, this conversation offers a fresh, emotionally focused lens to elevate how you lead and relate.

The Leader in You is the go-to podcast for anyone who wants to create a workplace culture where you can thrive.

Envision a future where you are more grounded, confident, and in sync with your team.

CONNECT:
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Twitter
LinkedIn
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Connect with Dr. Lola Gershfeld:

LinkedIn: Dr. Lola Gershfeld
Instagram: @drlolaemc

Dr. Lola Gershfeld, a distinguished organizational psychologist, has dedicated her career to delving into the intricate layers of employee engagement, team dynamics, and workplace conflicts. She is the author of Emotional Connection, The Connected Culture, and her latest book, ...

Making the leap from doing the work to leading the people—it’s one of the toughest transitions in any career.

In this eye-opening episode of The Leader in You, Polina and Dr. Lola talk with Matt Gjersten, founder of Better Everyday Studios, about what really happens when high performers step into management. Together, they explore the emotional hurdles new leaders face, like delegation, feeling valued, and navigating team dynamics.

You’ll learn:

• Why being great at your job doesn’t mean you’re ready to lead others
• How fear and expectations derail delegation and trust
• What simple emotional tools help managers create a safe, connected team
• How small moments of care can transform team culture

Whether you're stepping into leadership or guiding someone who is, this conversation is full of “aha” moments and practical wisdom.

Connect with Matt Gjersten on LinkedIn or visit his website, Better Everyday Studios.

The Leader in You is the go-to podcast for anyone who wants to create a workplace culture where you can thrive.

Envision a future where you are more grounded, confident, and in sync with your team.

CONNECT:
Website
Facebook
Twitter
LinkedIn
YouTube Channel

Connect with Dr. Lola Gershfeld:

LinkedIn: Dr. Lola Gershfeld
Instagram: @drlolaemc

Dr. Lola Gershfeld, a distinguished organizational psychologist, has dedicated her career to delving into the intricate layers of employee engagement, team dynamics, and workplace conflicts. She is the author of Emotional Connection, The Connected Culture, and her latest book, ...